Wednesday, March 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Norfolk. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norfolk's Homeless Task Force has made progress in addressing homelessness, providing various support services and housing solutions to 42 out of 57 households in its first year. 13 News Now
- ➤ Norfolk City Council approves $1,015,900 funding for new bike lanes in the Berkley area to enhance community inclusivity and safety, expected to be completed by 2027. 3 WTKR
- ➤ Residents can now easily find their trash and bi-weekly recycling collection dates by searching their address using the Collection Search tool. City of Norfolk
- ➤ The Norfolk Parks and Recreation Department invites the public to the 4th Annual EGGS-Treme Egg Drop event, offering a unique egg hunt with helicopter egg drops, games, and entertainment at Tarrallton Park on April 12. City of Norfolk
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Christian Kent, 21, was arrested for showing a handgun inside the ODU campus recreation center, leading to permanent changes in the facility's guest pass policy. 13 News Now
SHOP NEWS
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
The Driver Improvement Course offers residents of Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake the opportunity to enhance their driving skills and receive a completion certificate on the same day.
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Senior Services Night of Magic Gala
The Senior Services Night of Magic Gala aims to empower and engage the community while supporting seniors and their caregivers.
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Kabaka Pyramid with Tribal Seeds
The event features a performance by rock-reggae band Tribal Seeds, alongside Kabaka Pyramid and Sensamotion, at The NorVa in Norfolk, VA.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This course offers driver improvement training for individuals in the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake areas, with certificates issued on the same day.
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The Amity Affliction: Live Tour 2025
The Amity Affliction, an Australian metalcore band known for their emotionally charged music, will perform at The NorVa in Norfolk.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
This class offers a Driver Improvement Course for individuals in the Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake areas, providing a certificate upon completion.
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Pi Day Celebration Potluck
A community gathering at the Denbigh Community Center for sharing and enjoying various types of pie.
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Championship RnB Block Party
The Championship RnB Block Party offers a vibrant experience for RnB music lovers during the MEAC Championship weekend, featuring performances at the Norfolk Scope Arena.
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Driving Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
The Driver Improvement Course held at Wyndham Garden Inn offers certification completion on the same day for participants from the local area.
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Driver Improvement Course in Norfolk, VA
The Driver Improvement Course offered at Wyndham Garden Norfolk Downtown provides education and certification for drivers in the Norfolk, VA Beach, Portsmouth, and Chesapeake area.
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